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Richard Chaves
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Richard Chaves

Born 1951 · Jacksonville, Florida, USA · Active 1981–2009

Richard Chaves, an American character actor, became known for his role in Night Eyes II (1991), where he navigates the complexities of desire and danger. Chaves began his career in the early 1980s, appearing in various roles before gaining prominence as Poncho in a major science fiction film. His ability to portray intense characters has made him a memorable presence in cult cinema, bridging the gap between mainstream and genre films. His work in Night Eyes II exemplifies his knack for engaging in erotic thrillers that captivate audiences.

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Night Eyes II

Night Eyes II

1991 ★ 6.0
as Hector Mejenes

Security expert Will Griffith has been hired to secure the mansion of South American expatriate Hector Mejenes...

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Filmography

24 credits
2000s 2 credits
2009
Movie
1990s 6 credits
1996
Baja Run as Domingo
Movie ★ 3.5
1995
TV ★ 7.8
1994
Night Realm as Ursis
Movie ★ 4.3
1994
Babylon 5 as Alvares
TV ★ 8.0
1993
Walker, Texas Ranger as Special Agent Samuel Mills
TV ★ 7.0
1991
Night Eyes II as Hector Mejenes
Movie ★ 5.9
1980s 16 credits
1989
L.A. Takedown as Lou Casals
Movie ★ 5.5
1988
Movie ★ 6.6
1988
War of the Worlds as Colonel Paul Ironhorse
TV ★ 6.4
1987
Predator as Jorge "Poncho" Ramirez
Movie ★ 7.6
1987
Movie ★ 6.0
1987
Movie ★ 7.1
1986
The Penalty Phase as Nolan Esherman
Movie ★ 5.3
1986
L.A. Law as Carlos Mendez
TV ★ 7.1
1985
Cease Fire as Badman
Movie ★ 6.5
1985
Witness as Detective
Movie ★ 7.1
1985
MacGyver as Enrique
TV ★ 7.7
1985
MacGyver as Manny
TV ★ 7.7
1984
Miami Vice as D.A. Gordon Martinez
TV ★ 7.5
1982
St. Elsewhere as Tim Potts
TV ★ 5.7
1981
Fire on the Mountain as Army Lieutenant
Movie ★ 7.0
1981
TV ★ 7.6